Mdina

Mysteries and Histories of Mdina

Wander through the charming streets of medieval Mdina and see the exact place where a huge treasure hoard was uncovered; learn why priests were once beaten up at the cathedral, hear about a heartbroken ghost, and find out why a woman was once whipped on a donkey through Mdina’s streets.

The drawing room of a palazzo

Dark Tales in an Mdina Palazzo

Gain rare access to an exquisite Mdina palazzo and discover strange stories from its fascinating past. You’ll touch a piece of the True Cross as certified by a Pope, see tiny rooms where slaves slept and the place where legend has it a French solider was beaten to death. The tour will end with drinks on either the roof or in the stunning drawing room.

A waxwork of a woman with the plague

Tales of Torture in Mdina Dungeons

Take a guided tour around Mdina Dungeons at night and hear tales of terror and trauma from Malta’s horrible histories. Examine lifelike displays showing torture, witches, plague victims and more, while hearing blood-curdling stories of these brutal, true moments from history.

The Triton Fountain in Valletta, lit up at night

Book a Private Tour

Want to discover the rich history of the Maltese islands at a date and time of your choosing? Book a private tour for any dark history walk, either on the streets or in a venue, and experience Malta in an unforgettable way.